Holiday Type / City and beach holidays

Discover the bustling capital of Abu Dhabi with its intriguing blend of Arabian mystique and modern urbanity, vast dunes and remote deserts, before experiencing the soft white beaches, coconut palms and clear waters of the Seychelles – a perfect combination.

The vibrant buzz of modern Dubai with its modern skyscrapers, bustling souks, shops brimming with designer brands and the timeless desert, create an exciting twin centre combination with the tropical harmony and island charm of Mauritius, synonymous with luxury and elegance, a wonderful blend of French, Créole, African and Indian influences.

Designed in the spirit of the Orient, Arabian Court sits at the heart of the One&Only Royal Mirage resort, its dramatic architecture housing an enchanting landscape of courtyards and fountains. Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, a reflecting pool draws the eye to the horizon and pristine waters of the Arabian Gulf. All guest rooms and suites face the sea and feature a private balcony or terrace, with accommodation comprising Deluxe Rooms, Falcon Executive Suites and two Princes Suites. Choose from four superb dining options – Nina, Eauzo...

Full-blown modern Arabian splendour is the watchword at this wellness hideaway. Couples check-in for boutique hotel levels of attention, but with all the luxuries and advantages of a larger resort. You’ll wonder that such calm and solitude can be experienced in one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-paced cities, but this intimate sanctuary – within a glamorous beachfront resort it shares with two other One&Only properties – provides all that and more. The most exclusive of Royal Mirage’s accommodation choices (including spacious, ornately d...

A regal beachfront domain overlooking the iconic Palm Island, The Palace is one of three magnificent properties that make up Dubai’s One&Only Royal Mirage.  Enjoy exploring the landscaped gardens, resplendent with exotic flora and criss-crossed by meandering water features, or stroll along the sugar white sands of the private beach, all accompanied by the backdrop of Dubai’s unrivalled skyline. Adorned with ornamental arches, individually designed guest rooms and suites are all sea facing and feature a private balcony or terrace to maximise t...

Set in an elevated position by two kilometres of private beachfront, Jumeirah Al Qasr captures the magnificence of a Sheikh’s summer residence. Majestic in every sense it is approached via a tree-lined avenue adorned with sculpted Arabian horses, the unrestrained opulence continuing through to the spacious rooms and suites which have been recently refurbished, and all offering views over the lush gardens or glinting Arabian Gulf. World-class restaurants and bars with alfresco terraces provide a thousand and one delights, the Arboretum being a ...

The traditional courtyard summer houses of old Arabia inspired the stunning two-storey summer houses that grace this enchanting resort where all rooms and suites have been fully refurbished in contemporary Arabian style and come complete with twenty four hour butler service. Accessible by scenic waterways and leafy pathways, each living space is light, spacious and beautifully appointed with every conceivable modern comfort inside and out. Reached by traditional abra boat, Pai Thai, the resort’s romantic Thai restaurant, is a sublime alfresco ...

A beautifully authentic expression of Arabian architecture, Jumeirah Mina A’ Salam, meaning ‘harbour of peace’, is a grand boutique hotel of exquisite style. Surrounded by tranquil waters the property is the gateway to the rest of the Madinat Jumeirah resort and entry point to the network of enchanting waterways and walkways. All suites and guest rooms have been fully refurbished in contemporary Arabian style, each richly adorned in Arabian fabrics and artefacts. Several bars and lounges are interwoven with first class restaurants including Z...